Chad Rush Obituary
Chad graduated from Salpointe Catholic High School in the Class of 1998 and went on to attend the University of Arizona. Over the years, he lived in various places, including Park City, Utah, where he embraced new experiences and built lasting friendships.
Known for his kind-hearted and generous nature, Chad had a charismatic spirit that drew people to him. He pursued life with enthusiasm and creativity-whether skiing, collecting, inventing, or building, he approached each endeavor with passion and determination.
Chad is deeply loved and missed by his mother Elona Rush and brother Ryan Rush of Tucson; his father Ralph Rush and wife, Pam of Ruidoso; his girlfriend Tiffany Wong of Tucson; as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, close friends, and his faithful dog Levi.
A Rosary and Funeral Mass will be held on November 29, 2025, from 09:30 AM to 11:00 AM at St. Thomas The Apostle Roman Catholic Church 5150 N. Valley View Road. A Celebration of Life will be held following the service at Skyline Country Club, 5200 E St Andrews Dr, Tucson, AZ 85718
Donations may be made to:
Mary Undoer of Knots Shrine
12849 N Tucson Ave, Mt Lemmon, AZ 85619
Or
Therapeutic Riders of Tucson (TROT) of Tucson
8920 E Woodland Rd, Tucson, AZ 85749
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Salpointe Catholic High School
July 24, 2025
The Salpointe Catholic High School community extends deepest sympathy to Chad's family and friends. You are in our prayers at this difficult time.
Georgia Aguilar, Sunbelt Rentals
May 24, 2025
There are people that you know for a lifetime that will barely leave an impression on your life and then there are the people that you meet for just a brief moment that leave the hugest impression on your soul, I only knew Chad for a brief moment and he definitely left an impression on my soul, his quirks and kind heart made him unforgettable! I was sad he had to leave and can only imagine the pain. His family is feeling. My heart goes out to all of them. My deepest condolences to everyone who loved him, May he rest in peace, may God bless his soul and keep him by his side until we all get to see him.
Pat Martin
May 11, 2025
What a wonderful person Chad was and always with a smile on his face. He will be missed but know he is in a wonderful place.
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May 9, 2025
Dillon Waggoner
May 9, 2025
Street Luge, skateboarding, baseball games, Mortal Kombat II, go carts, Midnight swimming, teaching me to drive, whitewater rafting in the snow on the 4th of July. You are an artist and a canvas, I love you and miss you Chad, thank you for the great memories.
Tiffany Wong
May 7, 2025
Chad Anthony Rush showed me more love in our short time together than some experience in a lifetime. I am forever grateful that God brought us together for a beautiful season.
Being in Chad's presence felt like the brightest sun rays dancing across your soul. He inspired, he entertained, he made you laugh and he ushered me into a safe and joyful place. Every moment with him was precious. I was the lucky recipient of his strong arms around me. He made sure I was protected and cared for.
A question I would always ask him was, "Is there anything you CAN'T do??" He was an all American swimmer, world class skier, musician (Piano, drums and guitar) with a gorgeous singing voice. He was a designer, inventor, dreamer and had the ability to fix anything. His touch made everything better. He was so gifted and talented in all things. His humility for all of this made him shine that much more.
Chad had the biggest heart for the poor and marginalized. His Mom would tell me that new friends would follow Chad home and Chad would try to make their lives better in some small way. His generosity, kindness and compassion for others was so inspiring.
Chad once spent 5 minutes describing a prickly pear flower that had bloomed and how wonderful it smelled. I adored that he was the type of person to truly stop and smell the flowers.
Chad was an amazing man who loved his Mom, Ryan and pup, Levi. His heart was so big; his soul so bright. If love could have saved you, you would be here with us.
Blue eyes, I can't believe you are gone. My heart aches for you. There is so much we wanted to do together. Thank you for loving me. I will miss you forever until I see you again in Heaven.
Yours, Tiffany
Sara Maul
May 5, 2025
Man you´re so missed here by so many but so loved there by those we´ve missed, fly high! Give Umsey a squeeze Grandpa Les a card trick xoxo
Gloria and Greg Waggoner
May 5, 2025
As grieved as we are right now Chad, we know that you are with "Umsie" and flying with the angels. You are so loved.
Gloria and Greg
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